IW Chamber 2009 Business Excellence Awards Shortlist
Nov 6th, 2009 | By Amanda Johnson | Isle of Wight News From The Island PulseIsland businesses shortlisted for the 2009 Business Awards for Excellence have been announced by the Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce , Tourism and Industry.
The final winners will be announced at a fire and ice themed gala event at Cowes Yacht Haven on 27th November.
The awards sponsored by Isle of Wight Radio and the Isle of Wight County Press are spread over 11 categories. Special awards will also be presented to the Business of the Year, Chamber Member of the Year, and Business Person of the Year.
The shortlist of entries include:
New Business Award (sponsored by NatWest) – Gardenia Florists , Whitefield Tourist Park, Wightquote
Retail and Service Industry Award (HTP) – Gardenia Florists, ICR Touch , Real Island Food Company.
Professional and Business Services Award (Isle of Wight County Press) – Crossprint, ICR Touch, Wightquote.
IW Lottery Small Business Award (Lloyds TSB) – Betapak, ICR Touch, IW Steam Railway .
International Business Award (UKTI) – Milmega, Strainstall (UK) Ltd, Vikoma International Ltd
Green Business Award (Southern Vectis) – Crossprint, Etetra , Really Green Holiday Company .
Employee Development Award (Wightlink) – Betapak, Strainstall (UK) Ltd, The Island Day Nursery .
Business in the Community (Red Funnel Distribution) – IW Steam Railway, Southern Vectis , WP Recruitment .
Manufacturing and Technology Award (Inflight Peripherals) – ICR Touch, Strainstall (UK) Ltd, Vikoma International Ltd
Tourism and Leisure Award (GoWight) – IW Steam Railway, Seaview Wildlife Encounter , Vintage Vacations .
Accommodation and Hospitality Award (Red Funnel Holidays) – IW Luxury Apartments, Parterre Apartments, Really Green Holiday Company.
The winners will be announced at Cowes Yacht Haven on 27th November 2009.
